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Observational instrument

MET OFFICE

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12 Apr 2022 at 13:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for an observational instrument was initiated by the Met Office, which is located in Exeter, England. This contract falls within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category and has a total value of £29,453.35. The procurement method utilised was a direct approach through a single tender action, making it an ideal opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract period commenced on 3rd February 2022 and concluded on 18th February 2022. The associated tender period ended on 15th January 2022, indicating a well-defined timeline for potential suppliers.

This award presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs in the precision equipment sector to grow their business, particularly those that specialise in laboratory and optical products. Given the nature of the contract, businesses with expertise in developing and supplying innovative scientific instruments would be particularly well-suited to compete. The direct procurement method suggests that the Met Office is seeking specific capabilities, making it crucial for interested suppliers to demonstrate relevant experience and product quality to capture similar future contracts.

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Notice Title

Observational instrument

Notice Description

Observational instrument

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c3282797-6178-466b-bfe8-480ab4b8e67e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e206b08-0d36-4334-b01c-9fc10e87bce5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,453 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,453 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2022 - 18 Feb 2022 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 3PB
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VAISALA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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